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Catherine Seipp

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Catherine Orb Seipp stands on the lawn at Black Point, near one of the porches of the 1905 "cottage." She is wearing a summer dress with bold bands of dark trim. There is a trellis at the corner of the porch.

Date Created:
1910

Publication Information

Date Created 1910

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Call Number Black Point Estate.21.4

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Conditions For Use This image is issued by the Wisconsin Department of Administration. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright.
Rights Holder Wisconsin Department of Administration
Unique ID
W0125P4
Legacy ID
WHi 113139

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